Production Operator

Prairie Farms Dairy • Dubuque, IA

1h • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator supports manufacturing operations by operating and inspecting equipment, performing adjustments and minor repairs, and completing equipment changeovers. The role includes cleaning and sanitizing equipment, ensuring procedures and safety requirements are followed, and completing paperwork related to production, inventory supplies, or customer order filling as needed. The operator may also assist with training new employees and work in other areas of the manufacturing plant when necessary.

The position requires the ability to understand written and oral instructions, use equipment and supplies properly, perform basic calculations involving production yields and weights and measures, and communicate in English. Duties may involve prolonged sitting, standing, or walking; repetitive use of hands and arms; handling and moving materials; and exposure to loud noise, moving machinery, electrical current, and temperature changes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent skills gained through experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand written and oral directions.
• Knowledge of the proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Basic math skills to calculate production yields and understand weights and measures.
• Ability to verbally communicate, understand, and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with training new employees as needed.
• Perform equipment adjustments, minor repairs, and changeovers to meet time allotments.
• Clean and sanitize equipment properly.
• Complete paperwork as necessary for inventory supplies, customer order filling, and related tasks.
• Inspect equipment before operation to ensure it is operating properly and safely.
• Follow operational procedures and complete required paperwork.
• Follow GMP, quality control, cleaning, and sanitation procedures.
• Follow safety procedures.
• Assist in other areas of the manufacturing plant when necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED